Bluetooth SIG Qualification Significance

Question:

What are the consequences of taking a product to market without Bluetooth SIG Qualification?

Answer:

All products must obtain Bluetooth SIG Qualification and be registered with the Bluetooth SIG in order to use the Bluetooth logo. Without completing these steps, use of the Bluetooth logo is not permitted. Any such use may fall under patent, copyright, trademark infringement, etc. Please direct further questions to the Bluetooth SIG.